Description
Whip up easy Peanut Butter Cookies with simple ingredients for a quick, delicious treat that satisfies your sweet cravings perfectly. These soft, chewy cookies blend rich peanut butter flavor with just enough sweetness to make every bite unforgettable. Whether you’re new to baking or a seasoned pro, this recipe brings joy and comfort to your kitchen in no time, delivering that homemade taste with minimal fuss.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional Mix-ins and Toppings
- Plant-based chocolate chips (quantity as desired)
- Rolled oats (up to 1/4 cup)
- Chopped almonds or walnuts (for topping)
- Natural gelling agent (for fruit preserves in dessert sandwiches)
- Maple syrup (natural) as sugar substitute
Instructions
- Prepare Your Oven and Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the plant-based butter, creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and apple cider vinegar until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, folding gently until a soft dough forms.
- Shape the Cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, roll the dough into small balls about one inch in diameter. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball lightly with a fork to create a classic criss-cross pattern.
- Bake and Cool: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers look set but still soft. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Make sure the plant-based butter and peanut butter are soft for easier mixing and better texture.
- Stir only until combined to keep the cookies tender rather than tough.
- Use a spoon to fill your measuring cup and level off to avoid dense dough.
- Baking times can vary; check cookies a couple of minutes early to prevent overbaking.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet before moving so they firm up perfectly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: peanut butter cookies, easy cookies, plant-based baking, quick dessert, chewy cookies
